What is the primary goal of a defensible thesis statement in a rhetorical analysis?

Defensible Thesis Statements in Rhetorical Analysis

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To summarize the entire essay
To provide a claim that can be proven
To list all rhetorical devices used
To critique the author's writing style
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Where do students typically place their thesis statement in an AP Lang essay?
At the beginning of the conclusion
In the middle of the body paragraphs
As the last sentence in the introduction
At the end of the essay
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are rhetorical choices typically expressed as?
Adverbs
Verbs
Nouns
Adjectives
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it beneficial to include the message, argument, or purpose in a thesis statement?
It helps in answering the prompt more effectively
It is a requirement of the AP Lang rubric
It makes the essay longer
It impresses the reader with complex vocabulary
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should students avoid saying in their thesis statement?
The speaker uses several rhetorical choices
The speaker's argument is effective
The speaker's tone is persuasive
The speaker's message is clear
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a recommended practice when introducing a speaker in a thesis statement?
Use only their last name
Use a nickname
Use their full name initially, then last name
Use only their first name
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of using sentence frames in constructing a thesis?
To provide a structured format
To make the thesis more informal
To ensure the thesis is lengthy
To avoid using rhetorical choices
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